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2011 Sale-a-Bration

February 23, 2012

There are several reasons I attend Stampin' Up! events. To name a few...get new business ideas/tips, get together with like-minded people and get motivated and inspired. At the Stampin' Up! Leadership Conference I attended in January I was just that..inspired. There were samples everywhere! Whether made by fellow demonstrators or Stampin' Up! staff - we were surrounded by endless creativity!

That's where today's 2012 Occasions Mini "Mixed Bunch" card came from. I totally fell in love with it and just had to CASE it (copy and share everything). I made minor changes (greeting, embellishments), but the look and feel of the card is the same. Take a look...

This photo gives you a better look at the dimension and texture on the card. That's right...I used the Striped Texture Impressions Embossing Folder to add some texture. Did you know...this folder is one of the FREE Sale-a-Bration product choices with a $50 order?

Well...if you like this card like I do, you too can make it at my upcoming "Just Cards" Buffet Class on Tuesday, February 28th. Check out my EVENTS CALENDARfor more details and to RSVP.

February 11, 2012

Woohoo - I'm SO excited today, as I share my 100th How'd She DO That video! I've actually done many more videos for private viewing by my DOstamperSTARS downline and club members. But the How'd She DO That? videos are just for YOU!

It's been a wonderful experience learning how to create and share videos. You've accepted mine into your hearts and minds, which I greatly appreciate. I've learned a couple things about my videos from your comments and feedback:

1. I guess I have a nice, calm voice for video, as I've heard this over and over again.2. You like how I explain things in an easy and clear step by step format. 3. YOU LOVE VIDEOS! Which is great, as I'm committed to doing more of them.

In celebration of my 100th video, I have BLOG CANDY!

In fact...when you leave a comment on today's blog post, you'll be entered in a drawing to receive today's project (I'll select a winner on Tuesday, Feb 14th). You'll receive both the Notepad & Pen Holder AND the matching card(from the Blossom/Modern Label Flower & Video posted here)

The stamping on the Notepad & Pen Holder is from the Sale-a-Bration Fresh Vintage Stamp Set. Which is FREE with a $50.00 order. This is a great set, versatile and compliments many styles of cardmaking!

March 30, 2011

It's not too late to get the Stampin' Up! Sale-A-Bration Ice Cream Parlor products for FREE! This fun Designer Series paper with matching Quick Accents (#122242) and Ribbon & Button Pack (#123529), makes for some cute cards. When you place a $50 order - you can choose one of these items or if you place an order of $100 or more - you can choose both! But act fast...Thursday, March 31st is the last day!

Here's some Ice Cream Parlor Samples for your inspiration...

Too Many Candles

Stamp Set: Bring on the Cake

(This card was shared by Glenda Travelstead at the Stampin' Up! Minneapolis Regional Seminar earlier this year. If you were one of my hostesses this month - you received this special card as one of my Thank You cards!)

March 28, 2011

It's my Stampin' Up! Anniversary!! Yes, eight years ago I joined Stampin' Up! for the discount; so I could save money on my hobby. It was the logical thing to do (that's the accountant in me :). Now look at me...I've earned free trips around the world, been in Founder's Circle (the Top 100 Stampin' Up! demonstrators) three years in a row, developed wonderful friendships around the United States and Canada (and even more in my own "backyard", as I had just moved to a new community when I started) and more!

So this week, in celebration of my Stampin' Up! Anniversary...Anyone who joins my team this week (ending March 31st), will receive a gift of a free stamp set (any value) from me!

PLUS: By signing up now...you'll get a popular assortment of Stampin’ Up! Products at nearly half-off the total retail value!

There is no better time to get the Stampin' Up! Starter Kit than this last week of Sale-A-Bration. You'll receive a great promotional deal that you are able to customize. You'll receive a 15% discount and an additional FREE product bundle worth $50. (Not to mention eligibility to place a preorder beginning April 1, 2011, from the brand new Stampin' Up! Summer Mini catalog.)

You will have a fun creative kit to begin to create with and to spark your imagination. I remember when I first received my starter kit, and the feelings I had. I was so excited, it was just like it was my birthday, but better! As I was receiving "gifts" I knew I wouldn't return!

Did you know...if you're more interested in stamping and creating projects than running a business, the benefits don’t end with our great kit. The following added values will greatly enhance your stamping/scrapbooking hobby:

• Being the first to see new exclusive award winning products and design

• Eligibility to attend Stampin’ Up! conferences and events for more swaps and product techniques

Actually, I was talking to one of my customers today, who has been thinking about the Stampin' Up! opportunity, but is worried about the creative side. Even though she's been a stamper for years, she fears having to come up with creative ideas. I understand completely. I think this is a common fear with many of us. But...with our monthly Stampin' Success magazine and tons of ideas shared DAILY on Stampin' Connection (online), there is never a lack of creative inspiration!

So what do you think? Is the time right for you? Does the value of discounted Stampin' Up! products and access to unlimited creative resources appeal to you? If so, join my fabulous DOstamperSTARS team now and receive your gift of a free stamp set!

With only a few days left of Stampin' Up!'s awesome Sale-A-Bration, if you haven't gotten your FREE Sale-a-Bration Bliss stamp set...what are you waiting for? The Bliss stamp set is by far my favorite!

One of cards I posted last month featured the Bliss stamp set and a fun stamping technique called Rock and Roll. I just realized that I never shared the video. So here it is today.

Whether your a stamping enthusiast wanting to join for the love of stamping and to save money, OR if you want to build your own Stampin' Up! business...joining my DOstamperSTARS team could be the right choice for you! With monthly meetings and swapping opportunities (videotaped and shared on my team blog too - for those who are unable to attend), training opportunities on building your business and/ or blogging (all optional) - there is something for everyone!